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Green Corps 2009-2010 Field School for Environmental Organizing |
Green Corps is looking for college graduates who are ready to take on the biggest environmental challenges of our day. In Green Corps' year-long paid program, you'll get intensive training in the skills you'll need to make a difference in the world. You'll get hands-on experience fighting to solve urgent environmental problems — global warming, deforestation, water pollution and many others — with groups such as Sierra Club and Greenpeace. And, when you graduate from Green Corps, we'll help you find a career with one of the nation's leading environmental and social change groups. For more information, read below or visit our web site: www.greencorps.org.
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COLLEGE OF WILLIAM AND MARY – WILLIAMSBURG, VA |
The College of William and Mary’s Center for Geospatial Analysis is seeking an SDE engineer for a newly created position that requires the creation and distribution of an original geographic and demographic database describing school attendance zones for school districts throughout the United States. The database is known as the School Attendance Boundary Information System (SABINS) funded by NSF grant # SES 0921794. The SDE engineer will work collaboratively with faculty and a GIS programmer (the job search for this position is in process) in this effort. The SDE engineer will take a leadership role in the design of a new database that will consist of digital geography delineating school attendance boundaries; this GIS data will be integrated with demographic data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Education and disturbed via the National Historic GIS ) housed at the Minnesota Population Center.
This is an operational position in an academic setting; the College of William and Mary is located in Williamsburg, VA. The position is 12 months with funding in hand for a second year option. The possibility of extension pending extended or new grant support beyond two years exists. The position comes with full benefits. Applicants who have demonstrated success in writing and obtaining grants from public and/or private entities are highly desired.
Experience using ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Desktop, Server & ArcSDE) in combination with Microsoft SQL Server is necessary. Applicants must have a thorough understanding of the ESRI Enterprise Geodatabase model and the topological capabilities of the model. The position requires database design, database development, QA / QC, and SDE support and the candidate must be able to architect, develop, and manage databases created and/or deployed on-site. Database systems supported may include but not limited to Microsoft SQL Server with the ESRI Spatial Database Engine (SDE), and Microsoft Access. Required experience includes five years of on-the-job spatial database development experience. A Masters degree is required (although a Bachelors degree with lengthy experience in an SDE administration will be considered) and it is an advantage to have a degree in geography (GIS or Remote Sensing), mathematics, environmental science, computer science, IT/engineering or to have a social science degree that emphasizes quantitative approaches. GIS (ASPRS, GISCI) / Microsoft (MCSE, etc.) certifications are beneficial. Both the resume and the personal interview will be used to determine if the candidate satisfactorily meets these qualifications. Candidates will be asked to submit samples of their prior GIS projects. We will take applications until the position is filled. Electronic submission is required. Applicants should submit their application electronically using the procedure provided at https://jobs.wm.edu. Please include a letter of application, current resume and the names and contact information of three references. Address these materials to Dr. Salvatore Saporito, SABINS Search Chair, Department of Sociology, The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA 23187. Please email inquiries to Salvatore Saporito at sjsapo@wm.edu. Review begins November 25, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. The position start date is on or after January 1, 2010. The College of William & Mary is an EEO/AA/Equal Access university. |
COLLEGE OF WILLIAM AND MARY – WILLIAMSBURG, VA |
The College of William and Mary’s Center for Geospatial Analysis is seeking a GIS Programmer for a newly created position that requires the creation of an original spatial and demographic database describing school attendance zones for school districts throughout the United States (known as SABINS). The programmer will work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students in this effort and will take a leadership role in the design of an online-interface that allows school district administrators to digitize their school boundaries remotely. Other programming tasks such as automated procedures to integrate Census Data and SABINS datasets, identify and correct topological database errors within the SABINS data, as well as other assigned tasks will be completed as required.
This is an operational position in an academic setting; the College of William and Mary is located in Williamsburg, VA. The position is a 12 month position with funding in-hand for a second year option. The possibility of extension pending extended or new grant support beyond two years exists. The position comes with full benefits.
Extensive knowledge of ESRI GIS software (ArcMap 9.x, ArcSDE, ArcIMS, ArcObjects), ArcGIS Server (.NET). Working knowledge of VB.NET and C# and mastery of object oriented concepts. Knowledge of SQL, Python or related languages is necessary for programming and modeling in GIS. Effective communication skills, both oral and written, including proficiency in writing technical documentation and the ability to give presentations on GIS tasks users. Ability to train and supervise students in GIS software and basic GIS techniques (such as georeferencing digital images, digitizing polygon features, address matching, building or following topological rules, editing existing polygon features, editing attribute tables, tabular joins, spatial joins, unions, interpolating data across misaligned polygon feature classes, and other common GIS tasks.) The position requires basic knowledge of U.S. census data (e.g., the ACS) and educational data sets (e.g., the Common Core of Data) and an understanding of TIGER/Line topology or complex cadastral datasets. Ability to communicate with personnel in local school districts, county GIS offices or private vendors who maintain digital GIS data or analog representations of those data to successfully acquire school attendance boundaries for the SABINS project. A Bachelors degree in one of the following disciplines: GIS, mathematics, computer science, IT/engineering, statistics or related field that emphasizes quantitative approaches and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. GIS (ASPRS, GISCI) / Microsoft (MCSE, etc.) certifications acceptable in lieu of a formal degree in GIS. Candidates will be asked to submit samples of their prior GIS coding projects. We will take applications until the position is filled.
Electronic submission is required. Applicants should submit their application through the College of William and Mary’s applicant system at https://jobs.wm.edu. Please include a cover letter, current resume and the names and contact information of three references. Please email inquiries to Dr. Salvatore Saporito at sjsapo@wm.edu. Review begins November 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. The position start date is on or after January 1, 2010. The College of William & Mary is an EEO/AA/Equal Access university |
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA – CHARLOTTE, NC |
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Department of Geography and Earth Sciences is recruiting a tenure-track, Assistant Professor in landscape ecology and human-environment interaction for appointment in August 2010. Required qualifications include: 1) a doctoral degree in geography, ecology, environmental science or a related field at the time of appointment; 2) the ability to develop and maintain an externally funded research program; 3) the ability to teach geographical and environmental science courses at the graduate and undergraduate level; and 4) the ability to contribute to the department’s interdisciplinary mission.
The successful candidate will play a major role in the human-environmental components of the rapidly growing PhD in Geography and Urban-Regional Analysis and contribute to the department’s inter- and intra-disciplinary teaching and research missions, including the PhD program in Infrastructure and Environmental Systems. The Department also offers an MA in Geography, an MS in Earth Sciences as well as BS degrees in Earth Sciences, Geography, Geology, and Meteorology and BA degrees for Earth Sciences and Geography. Successful candidates are expected to maintain an active, scholarly research agenda along with advising students in the department’s graduate programs. Candidates with research interests in global change and ecological sustainability of urban environments are especially encouraged to apply. Desired qualifications also include modeling of ecological processes in heterogeneous landscapes, particularly urban ecosystems, with technical expertise in the integration of field and GIS analytical methods. Preference will be given to candidates who strengthen bridges across Geographical and Earth Sciences curricula and research collaborations. The successful candidate is expected to develop new courses in their area of expertise and teach an undergraduate level course on the fundamentals of GIScience.
The Department is an interdisciplinary community of natural, social, and technical scientists with over 30 full-time faculty members. UNC Charlotte is a growing Doctoral-Intensive urban university located in the state’s largest metropolitan area. Over 24,000 students are currently enrolled at the University. The Department, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the University are strongly committed to creating and maintaining a diverse community in which all students, staff and faculty can work, learn and live in an environment of respect and support. We welcome applications from candidates who will foster these goals. We encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals from underrepresented groups. UNC at Charlotte is an AA/EOE.
Review of applications will begin January 4, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. Applications must be made electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu and must include: 1) letter of application describing teaching and research interests along with the applicant’s ability to contribute to the department’s mission, 2) a full curriculum vita, and 3) the names of three referees.
We encourage prospective candidates to review our web sites for the Department (www.geoearth.uncc.edu<http://www.geoearth.uncc.edu>) and Center for Applied GIScience (www.gis.uncc.edu<http://www.gis.uncc.edu>) prior to applying. For additional information, contact Dr. Ross Meentemeyer at 704-687-5944 or rkmeente@uncc.edu. |
Warren County Assessor's Office – Indianola, IA |
Warren County, Iowa is seeking a GIS Coordinator to oversee the development, use, maintenance, and support of geospatial technologies throughout the County. This position is located within the Department of Information Technology. The successful applicant will coordinate all GIS functions and activities throughout the County, and represent the County at the regional and State level.
Minimum job qualifications include general computer operating system knowledge, ability to communicate effectively in both a written and verbal contexts, ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate physical and human resources, and the ability to analyze and resolve complex issues. The candidate must be proficient in the use of ESRI technologies and have a thorough understanding of GIS administration, system integration, database functionality and spatial data presentation.
Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or closely related field, a minimum of five (5) years experience in GIS / Information Technology implementation and administration, and three (3) years of Local Government experience.
For a full job description and qualifications please visit this website. . All resumes should be sent to jcorns@schneidercorp.com. |
University of Washington – Seattle, WA |
The Center for Studies in Demography and Ecology at the University of Washington, Seattle (CSDE) has an opening for a full-time postdoctoral researcher who has research and teaching experience in the field of applied spatial statistics, preferably with applications in population studies.
This CSDE post-doctoral appointment is for one year with renewal possible for a second year, dependent upon funding and performance. Compensation will be commensurate with NIH postdoctoral salary scales. The appointment will begin on or before January 2010.
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Familiarity with standalone spatial statistical software applications (e.g. SpaceStat, GWR). Experience teaching, preferably methods courses. Ability to work in teams and to collaborate with faculty and staff in an interdisciplinary research environment.
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University of North Texas– Denton, TX |
The Department of Geography at the University of North Texas (UNT) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in human geography specializing in Hispanic studies starting September 1, 2010.
As a tenure-track member of the faculty, candidates will be expected to develop a record of scholarly research necessary to obtain tenure. Candidates will also be expected to effectively teach undergraduate and graduate students, supervise graduate students, and serve the department and university. The normal departmental teaching load is two courses per semester.
Minimum qualifications: (1) an earned doctorate; (2) research experience in US-Mexico relations; (3) regional expertise in Mexico; and (4) prior instructional experience.
Preferred qualifications: (1) knowledge of sustainable development; and (2) research expertise in additional region(s) of Middle/South America.
This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary program addressing human/environment interactions of regional and global importance. The department exemplifies the university’s vision of a student-centered research institution emphasizing diversity, internationalization, and collaboration. We offer both bachelors and masters degrees in geography and are primary contributors to interdisciplinary masters and doctoral programs in environmental science. UNT is an emerging national research institution located in the vibrant and rapidly expanding Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. University enrollment is over 36,000 students. |
University of New Mexico– Albuquerque, NM |
New Mexico, Albuquerque. Chair, Tenured Associate or Full Professor, Department of Geography, University of New Mexico, starting August 2010.
The Chair will assume a leadership position in a vibrant department, which seeks to enhance its regional and national reputation. Minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. in geography or related field and a current appointment as a Professor or advanced Associate Professor with tenure.
Preferred qualifications are demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, demonstrated or potential administrative and leadership skills in an active department with a graduate program, and the ability to teach courses and mentor graduate students within the department's focus areas. Candidates with these qualifications who are capable of teaching upper-level courses in GISc will be given special consideration.
Founded in 1889, The University of New Mexico occupies 600 acres along old Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a city of more than 700,000 people. As New Mexico's flagship university, UNM is committed to diversity and boasts a number of nationally recognized programs in multiple disciplines. UNM is the only institution in the country that has a Carnegie Very High Research Activity designation and a federal designation as a Hispanic-serving institution.
The department has recently expanded and revitalized. Five new faculty members have been added in the last three years, and the curriculum has been revised to reflect the department’s emphasis on Environmental Management, Nature and Society, GISc, and the Southwest. Preferred fields of specialization are within environmental geography broadly defined, including natural resource conservation and management, environmental planning and sustainability, natural hazards, rural and urban ecosystems, resource economics and policy, and landscape ecology. Individuals with other areas of specialization are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants please apply through UNMJobs at http://unmjobs.unm.edu under Faculty Positions, reference Posting # 0803295. Submit as separate attachments through UNMJobs 1) a letter addressing interest in the position and relevant experience, 2) a CV, and 3) a list of three references with contact information. |
University of Central Arkansas– Conway, AR |
The University of Central Arkansas, Department of Geography, invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor, tenure-track position in geography with expertise in Community and Economic Development, beginning August 2010. The candidate must have completed a doctoral degree by the time of appointment. The person hired will direct an existing online Master’s Degree in Community and Economic Development (MSCED). Teaching responsibilities will be in area of expertise and courses in support of the MSCED program, e.g., a Seminar in Community and Economic Development, Community Development Policy Analysis, and Applied Research and Data Analysis. The person selected will have an educational background and experience in one or more of the following areas: economic, urban, and political geography or planning. A regional specialty in North Africa and the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, or South Asia would strengthen the application. Knowledge and use of geospatial technologies is required.
The Master of Science in Community and Economic Development is delivered online to provide both experienced practitioners and new students a comprehensive understanding of the theory and applications of state-of-the-art community and economic development tools and methods. Graduates will be prepared to act as catalysts for growth and change through a community development process.
The Department of Geography is interested in an enthusiastic individual with an active teaching and research interest in the geographic dimensions of community and economic development, is capable of administering the MSCED program, and is able to promote it across campus, the community, the state, and the nation. Salary is competitive.
Founded in 1907, the University of Central Arkansas is an accredited state-supported institution that awards the bachelor’s, master’s, specialist’s and PhD degrees. The university has an enrollment of 12,000 students and a full-time faculty of more than 500. Conway, a community of 55,000, has three colleges and universities, and is located thirty miles northwest of Little Rock, the state capital. UCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The Web site is www.uca.edu.
Applicants must send a cover letter providing information regarding their geographic specialty; administrative, online curriculum, and teaching experience; a detailed CV; official academic transcripts, and contact information for three references by January 29, 2010. Letters of reference will be solicited for short-listed candidates.
Apply: Dr. Brooks Green, Chair, Department of Geography, University of Central Arkansas, 301 Irby Hall, 201 Donaghey Avenue, Conway, Arkansas, 72035. Voice: 501-450-5636. FAX: 501-852-2926. E-mail: brooksg@uca.edu.
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Montclair State University – Montclair, NJ |
| The Department of Earth and Environmental Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Environmental Remediation. The successful applicant will play a pivotal role in further developing the PhD program in Environmental Management.
We are seeking a broadly trained environmental scientist specializing in remediation of the contaminated environment; a colleague who will complement ongoing environmental management research with areas of specialties including, but not limited to: phytoremediation, bioremediation, microbial ecology, plant-soil processes, and risk assessment. The successful candidate is expected to garner external research support.
Responsibilities for this position include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses such as Environmental Remediation, Environmental Risk Assessment, Environmental Biotechnology. Advising PhD students in Environmental Management and MA students in Environmental Sciences and Sustainability is required. Service to the department, university and larger professional community is expected.
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Contact Dr. Huan Feng, search committee chair Dept. of Earth & Environmental Studies Montclair State University Montclair, NJ 07043 |
Montana State University – Bozeman, MT |
| The Department of Earth Sciences at Montana State University seeks a physical geographer interested in mountain systems who can lead our snow science program starting August 16, 2010. Duties include advising geography and snow science undergraduates; teaching undergraduate\graduate courses in weather and climate, snow science, physical geography and mountain geography; maintaining a strong program of research and publication; and supervising masters and doctoral students. Full details on the required and preferred qualifications for the position and application procedures can be found here. Screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2009 and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected. ADA/EO/AA/Veteran’s Preference. |
Columbia University– New York, NY |
The Staff Associate will be based at the Institute for Social and Economic Research and Policy (ISERP), an interdisciplinary social science research institute at Columbia University, and will work using geo-spatial analysis on research projects associated with the Built Environment and Health research group, collaboration with faculty in the Mailman School of Public Health. This position requires a strong comprehension of the concepts, practices, and procedures of advanced spatial analysis in an ArcGIS environment. Responsibilities will include the acquisition, management, and documentation of geo-spatial data; creation of spatial measures of neighborhood characteristics; training and supervision of student research assistants; working with project investigators and other GIS staff in the preparation of data analyses, research papers and proposals for funding. In addition, job responsibilities may include participation in other funded research projects; participation in new spatial research projects; and collaboration with Columbia faculty and staff to enhance GIS infrastructure and promote GIS/spatial analysis in teaching and research at Columbia. For information on qualifications and how to apply, visit this website. |
Central Michigan University– Mount Pleasant, MI |
| The Department of Geography invites applications for the tenure track position of Associate / Full Professor and Director of the GIS Center to begin August 2010. The Department seeks an outstanding candidate with a Ph.D. in Geography, a proven record of gaining external funding, demonstrated leadership skills, and teaching excellence.
Applicants should specialize in Physical / Environmental Geography with a strong background in geospatial technology. Research experience in the Great Lakes region is desirable. The candidate is expected to secure external funding that will enhance the role of the GIS Center as a prominent research and service entity. Other responsibilities include teaching introductory courses in Physical Geography and advanced courses in the area of specialization as well as university service. Screening will begin on November 30, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. The Department offers a B.S. (major and minor) in Geography and M.S. in Geographic Information Sciences as well as Geography minors and majors for teacher education students. Computing facilities at the GIS Center are state-of-the-art. Additional potential research opportunities are available through the Central Michigan University Research Corporation. Classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a doctoral research university, CMU is recognized for strong undergraduate education with a range of focused graduate and research programs. Send an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of all transcripts, statement of research, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Bin Li, Chair, Department of Geography, Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859. Further information is available here. |
Kansas State University– Manhattan, KS |
| Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Interdisciplinary Geospatial Research Description of job responsibilities: The successful candidate will work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers to develop the data infrastructure necessary to support a regional observatory for hydrology and ecology. This person will interact with the project team to identify and gather relevant geospatial data. They will work within a university-wide GIS Commons to integrate these datasets using relevant geodatabase standards, and develop the cyberinfrastructure support to enable modeling tools to access and utilize this data. This position will enable the successful candidate to conduct research and publish within an emerging theme of interdisciplinary modeling of hydrology and ecology. The position will support regional activities related to national efforts of the Consortium of Universities for the Advancement of Hydrologic Sciences, Inc. (CUAHSI). Qualifications: Additional preferred qualifications are: Conditions and length of appointment: Candidates must submit an application packet containing: a letter of application, academic resume (c.v.), academic transcripts from all universities and colleges, and names and contact information for three references to: For more information, go to this website. |
Association of American Geographers – Washington, D.C. |
The Association of American Geographers has an opening for the position of Senior Researcher at the AAG’s office in Washington, D.C.
We seek an individual with strong research and writing skills who can contribute to AAG research, education, and outreach projects, including new federally funded projects related to professional development, careers, and diversity. The Senior Researcher will participate in the development of research instruments and protocols; travel several times a year to collect data; lead professional development workshops; evaluate materials with students and faculty in participating departments; interact constructively with academic and non-academic employer organizations; assist in preparing manuscripts for publication; and assist with a variety of project management tasks.
The Senior Researcher will also work closely with AAG staff to support other AAG initiatives, meetings, and proposals.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior scholar, but we will also consider applications from senior level researchers. Salary is commensurate with experience. The AAG is an equal opportunity employer and offers a highly competitive benefits package and a collegial working environment.
Apply: Please send a letter of application, CV, sample publications, and contact information for three references via email to: Megan Overbey at moverbey@aag.org. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. |
Victoria University at Wellington – New Zealand |
The Department of Geography at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand is looking for a Human Geographer (economic and/or population) to join our leading research and teaching programme (ranked first in New Zealand in the 2006 national PBRF research assessment round).
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Human Geography, or closely related discipline and will have an internationally-recognised publication record as well as a proven track record of high quality teaching and supervision. We will actively consider junior applicants who have already begun to establish a strong research record. Applications close 31 October 2009.
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Texas A&M University Head of Department |
The Department of Geography at Texas A&M University invites applications for a Head of Department at the Full Professor rank. The position is a nine-month tenured appointment with a three-month administrative appointment while serving as Head. We seek a person with an outstanding reputation in Geography, a proven track record of academic leadership and evidence of administrative skills. The Department comprises 23 faculty and has strengths in biogeography, climatology, geomorphology, human geography, human-environment relationships, GIScience, and geographic education.
We are based in the College of Geosciences with the Departments of Atmospheric Science, Geology & Geophysics, and Oceanography, and play a major role in the Environmental Programs in Geosciences. The Department has strong ties to faculty and departments in the Colleges of Architecture, Agriculture & Life Sciences, Education, Engineering and Liberal Arts; the Bush School of Public Policy and the Glasscock Center for the Humanities.
Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to the search committee chair: Dr. Kenneth Bowman, Department of Atmospheric Sciences, Texas A&M University, 3150 TAMU, College Station, TX, 77843-3150, k-bowman@tamu.edu, 979-458-0559.
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SUNY-The University at Buffalo Assistant Professor |
The University at Buffalo, Department of Geography is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor position in Economic Geography.
The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for conducting research, providing graduate and undergraduate instruction, and supervising graduate student research in economic geography. The candidate is expected to conduct research and teach in areas such as international trade, foreign direct investment, globalization, regional or international development, or related fields. The candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program based on scholarship and high-quality journal publications.
The candidate must have a Ph.D. in Geography or a related discipline at the time of hiring.
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Hunter College-CUNY Department Chair |
The Department of Geography of Hunter College, City University of New York, invites applications for the position of Department Chair beginning September 2010. The department seeks applications from candidates in any geography, environmental studies, or earth sciences field, and who are comfortable working across disciplinary boundaries.
The successful candidate will offer a strong administrative, teaching, and research record. Administrative experience at the department level, good interpersonal skills, and effective oral and written communications skills are necessary. The Chairperson’s responsibilities include the development and articulation of departmental policies, review and assessment of departmental personnel, and establishing and fostering connections between the department and other academic programs and activities. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, maintain an active research record, be a mentor to junior faculty, and advise students. Applicants must be qualified for appointment with tenure at the rank of full professor.
The Department of Geography of Hunter College is unique within the City University of New York and is the largest and among the most technologically advanced geography programs in the NYC metropolitan region. The department includes 17 full-time faculty members and more than 20 adjunct lecturers. Hunter College offers bachelor’s degrees in geography and environmental studies, a master’s degree in geography, and a graduate-level certificate in Geographic Information Science. Within the geography major the department also prepares students for a career in teaching social studies at grades K-12. The Department typically enrolls more than 150 undergraduate majors and about 40 masters students. Over the course of each academic year the Department of Geography hosts more than 2,500 undergraduates in introductory courses. Department faculty members also participate in the Geography specialization within the Earth and Environmental Science Ph.D. Program at the CUNY Graduate Center.
Interested individuals should submit 1) a letter describing how they would lead the Department and contribute to its teaching and research programs; 2) a curriculum vita; 3) a maximum of four reprints of published work; and 4) the names and addresses (including e-mail) of four referees to: Search Committee
If applying electronically, send one PDF file composed of the four items above to this website. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2009, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Illinois State University Assistant Professor |
Illinois State University, Assistant Professor in Human-Environmental Geography. The Department of Geography-Geology at Illinois State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. The preferred starting date is August 16, 2010. A PhD in Geography or a closely related field is preferred, but ABD candidates will be considered.
The department seeks a candidate with a strong potential for scholarly research, publication, and teaching in human-environmental geography with a preferred research emphasis in economic geography and focus in water, energy, or climate issues. The successful candidate is expected to seek extramural funding. A strong interest and expertise in conducting field-based research also is desired. The successful candidate will broaden the existing scope of faculty research. The potential for a significant startup package exists.
Please send applications to Dr. Dagmar Budikova, Chair of the Human-Environmental Geography Search Committee, Department of Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, 61790-4400, USA. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, statements outlining current and future research interests and teaching philosophy, three letters of recommendation, and all college and university transcripts. Review of applications will begin on October 26, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. No e-mail applications will be accepted.
Inquiries about the application process should be directed to Dr. Dagmar Budikova (dbudiko@ilstu.edu, 309-438-7643). Filling this position is contingent upon budgetary approval.
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University Of Minnesota Assistant Professor |
The Department of Geography at the University of Minnesota seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physical Geography with a focus on environmental variability and change, broadly defined, and with expertise in analytical, quantitative, and/or modeling techniques. We welcome applications from scholars working in all areas of environmental variability and change, and are particularly interested in scholars with expertise in the areas of environmental change in urban/built environments; the interactions among environmental changes and water and land resources; environmental variability and its connections with vulnerability and hazards; and/or environmental variations in past and/or future environments.
All applications materials must be submitted electronically to be considered. We will begin accepting applications electronically on or near 1 September 2009. At that time we will publish a link to our application page on the U of M's Human Resources site. Applications will be considered complete upon receipt of all materials, including reference letters. Review of applications will begin on 15 October 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
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The Ohio State University Senior Research Associate |
The Criminal Justice Research Center at Ohio State University announces an opening for a Senior Research Associate with substantive interests in neighborhood effects and problem behaviors (e.g., adolescent drug use, delinquency, and other risk behaviors). The Research Associate will work on a National Institutes of Health funded project examining neighborhood and activity space effects on health and risk behaviors as part of an interdisciplinary team including sociologists, geographers, and statisticians. The Research Associate will be responsible for daily management and supervision of graduate research associates and will have an integral role in the conceptualization and organization of data analysis, formulation and preparation of papers for publication, report writing, and overall data management and documentation.
Eligibility: Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant social science or related discipline, experience using advanced statistical methods and working with large-scale survey data, and excellent writing skills. Experience with the Los Angeles Family and Neighborhood Survey or Geographic Information Systems software and spatial analysis are desirable.
Appointment: The start date is as soon as can be arranged. The appointment is for two years.
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Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled. Applications should
Dr. Ruth Peterson, Director
Inquiries may also be sent to Co-Principal Investigators Christopher Browning (Sociology), Catherine Calder (Statistics), Lauren Krivo (Sociology), and Mei-Po Kwan (Geography). |
Georgia Southern University Assistant Professor |
The Department of Geology and Geography invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in geography. We seek a broadly trained human or physical geographer who applies GIS in their research. The individual selected will participate in teaching core courses in geography, courses in her/his specialty, and undergraduate GIS classes. The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor. A PhD in geography or a closely related discipline must be completed by the position starting date of August 1, 2010. Preference will be given to candidates with previous teaching experience and individuals whose areas of expertise complement those currently available in the department.
Screening of applications begins October 12, 2009, and continues until the position is filled. Georgia is an open records state. Georgia Southern is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.
Dr. Dallas D. Rhodes, Search #56669 Department of Geology and Geography |
Eastern Illinois University Assistant Professor |
The Department of Geology/Geography at Eastern Illinois University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Geography with primary expertise in Physical Geography emphasizing geomorphology, field methods, applied fluvial geomorphology, surface water resources, and natural disasters, to begin August 2010.
The department offers BS degrees in geography, geology, teacher certification in earth science, and teacher certification in geography and participates in the multi-disciplinary Masters of Science for Natural Sciences program. Candidates must be comfortable working across disciplines, teaching introductory and advanced courses to undergraduate majors and students from all disciplines.
Send a letter of application that includes teaching philosophy/experience, with recent student evaluations, a 1-2 page statement on research experience/interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and e-copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (can be unofficial copies at this time), by October 15, 2009; review of applications will begin then and continue until the position is filled.
All materials should be submitted electronically as a Word or PDF document to Dr. Vincent P. Gutowski, Chair, Search Committee. E-mail: vpgutowski@eiu.edu. Phone: 217-581-3825. Fax: 217-581-6613.
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The Department of Geography at the Central Connecticut State University One Year Position |
| The Department of Geography at the Central Connecticut State University invites applications for a one-year faculty position at the rank of an assistant professor beginning in August, 2009. A Ph.D. in Geography is preferred, ABD will be considered. We seek someone who excels in undergraduate teaching and is able to teach introductory and advanced Geographic Information Sciences and other introductory level geography courses. The courses to be taught for Fall 2009 are Geog 120 World Regional Geography (40 students), two sections of Geog 220 Human Geography (40 students each section), and one section of introduction to GISciences. The Department a nticipates advertising for a tenure-track position in GIS in the near future.
Send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching excellence (such as student evaluation and faculty observation), unofficial copies of university transcripts, and three reference letters to: Dr. Xiaoping Shen, Chairperson, the Department of Geography, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050. Tel: 860-832-2794, Fax: 860-832-3140, Email: shenx@ccsu.edu. Review of applications will begin August 5th, 2009 and continue until position is filled. The department is particularly interested in and values candidates who have experience working with st udents from diverse backgrounds, along with a demonstrated commitment to improving access and the conditions in higher education for less represented students. |
University of Oklahoma Tenure Track Position |
The Department of Geography at the University of Oklahoma (http://geography.ou.edu/) invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position. Appointment may be made at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, depending on qualifications. Post-doctoral experience desirable but not required. Salary commensurate with experience. The start date is August 16, 2010 but an earlier starting date may be possible if mutually beneficial. Ph.D. required at time of appointment.
The Department seeks an outstanding researcher and teacher who applies Remote Sensing and GIS to the study of environmental resources or human?environment relationships. Potential fields of scientific investigation could include, but are not limited to: cultural and indigenous geographies; renewable energy and sustainable development; and natural resource management. Demonstrated ability to secure external funding is an advantage. Ability and willingness to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in both Remote Sensing and GIS are required. A normal teaching load is two courses per semester.
An application should include a letter of interest describing the applicant?s views on teaching, research and development, and outreach; a complete curriculum vitae or resume; and the names and email addresses of three references. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Scott Greene, Search Committee Chair at jgreene@gcn.ou.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 15th and continue until the position is filled. |
Elmhurst Full Time Tenure Track Position |
Elmhurst College Department of Geography and Geosciences announces a full-time tenure-track assistant professor position in GIS/Geospatial Technologies and Physical Geography to begin at the start of the academic year 2010-2011. Elmhurst College is an affirmative action and equal opportunities employer. The College is a private, liberal arts based, four-year institution with eleven graduate programs offered, of approximately 3,300 students in the western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. It holds a rich tradition of teaching and learning dating back to 1871. Elmhurst College places its highest emphases on both on excellence in teaching and in sustained and superior scholarship. The Department has strengths in physical geography, geographic information systems (GIS), cultural/human geography, and a connection to intercultural studies.
The successful candidate will be a PhD in Geography/GIS or a related discipline, (or ABD in Geography/GIS or related discipline), with an emphasis on Latin America as a regional specialty area. All candidates should have exceptionally strong teaching experiences and a record of excellence in scholarship and involvement in their discipline. The prim ary roles of the candidate will be to: 1) offer advanced courses in geospatial technologies/GIS; 2) coordinate the Elmhurst College GIS Certificate Program; 3) develop a successful, sustainable recruiting program for undergraduates in the area of geospatial technologies; 4) teach an upper level regional course on Latin America, and 5) teach introductory courses in physical geography and/or meteorology. The starting date for this position is September, 2010. The faculty member will teach a minimum of one or two sections of coursework in upper division GIS courses as well as two courses in introductory physical geography/meteorology per semester (a total of six courses during the academic ye ar). Information about the Department can be found at http://www.elmhurst.edu/~geo/ Applications should include: 1) an academic CV; 2) a cover letter that addresses teaching interests and speaks to curricular development in GIS and/or geospatial technologies; 3) evidence of teaching excellence, and 4) contact details for three letters of reference. The Search Committee will start considering applications immediately, and will consider applications until Spring 2010 before an official hiring in preparation for the 2010-2011 academic year. Please direct your submissions to Search Committee, Department of Geography and Geosciences, Elmhurst College 190 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126-3296. Email submissions are welcome and encouraged. |
